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5 stories tagged with "Fresno"
Fresno Mission Opens Year-Round Volunteer Spots
Acts of Kindness•Aug 14

Fresno Mission Opens Year-Round Volunteer Spots

The Fresno Mission is inviting community members to join their team of volunteers helping homeless neighbors year-round. Beyond donations, hands-on volunteer opportunities let locals make a direct difference in their city.

Acts of Kindness Desk•2 min read
Fresno Firefighters Save Man Who Fell Rescuing Cat
Community Heroes•Jul 28

Fresno Firefighters Save Man Who Fell Rescuing Cat

When a good Samaritan climbed a tree to rescue a stranded cat in Fresno, he fell and needed rescuing himself. Thanks to quick-thinking family and skilled firefighters, he's recovering in the hospital after a successful rescue from difficult terrain.

Community Heroes Desk•2 min read
Cancer Survivor Tesla Thompson Champions Blood Drive
Acts of Kindness•Jul 22

Cancer Survivor Tesla Thompson Champions Blood Drive

Tesla Thompson is turning her cancer survival story into hope for others by encouraging donations at California's Pint for a Pint Blood Drive. The statewide drive runs through September 7th, offering donors ice cream and the chance to save up to three lives.

Acts of Kindness Desk•2 min read
Fresno Cancer Survivor Meets Life-Saving Donor at Disney
Community Heroes•Apr 18

Fresno Cancer Survivor Meets Life-Saving Donor at Disney

A Fresno woman who survived cancer thanks to a stem cell transplant finally embraced the Scottish stranger who saved her life. Their first meeting happened at Walt Disney World during a special running event.

Community Heroes Desk•2 min read
Fresno Teen Survives Cancer, Launches Gummy Business with Mom
Acts of Kindness•Feb 6

Fresno Teen Survives Cancer, Launches Gummy Business with Mom

A 20-year-old who nearly died from stomach tumors on prom night is now cancer-free and helping her mom run a candy business that funded her recovery. Frida Sofia is studying to become an oncologist to help other patients beat the same rare cancer she conquered.

Acts of Kindness Desk•2 min read